Head of English

**Head of English - Full Time** **Location**: Hillingdon, London | **Start Date**: 9 January 2025 **Contract Type**: Permanent | **Salary**: Leadership Pay Scale (Outer London) An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented and experienced English specialist to lead a thriving English department at a well-established and inclusive comprehensive school in Hillingdon. Key Responsibilities: - Lead the English department, including curriculum planning, teaching & learning, and departmental development - Ensure high standards across Literature and Language, from Year 7 to Year 13 - Inspire and support a dedicated team of teachers to achieve excellence - Monitor progress, implement interventions, and maintain strong outcomes - Contribute to whole-school initiatives as part of the extended leadership team - An experienced teacher with a passion for English and a deep understanding of both Language and Literature - A confident leader with the ability to inspire staff and students alike - Skilled in curriculum leadership across KS3-KS5 - A strong communicator and team player - Someone warm, approachable, and student-focused - a true "people person" Why Apply: - Leadership that is hands-on, supportive, and deeply invested in staff wellbeing and success - A forward-thinking school recognised for its restorative and trauma-informed approach - Opportunities for professional growth within a school that values innovation and collaboration - A welcoming staff culture that fosters inclusion, development, and mutual respect If you are ready to take the next step in your leadership journey and shape the future of English in a school where relationships matter and students thrive, we’d love to hear from you. Pay: From £271.00 per day Schedule: - Monday to Friday - No weekends **Education**: - PhD (preferred) **Experience**: - Childcare: 4 years (preferred) Work Location: In person Reference ID: Head of English - Full Time